Night Trail Run Utrecht 2026

The Night Trail Run Utrecht begins and ends at Skipiste Nieuwegein, south of Utrecht. Participants start after dark on a Friday evening in November. BodyRun and IJ-Run are the organizers. The event features 15 km and 7.5 km trail runs on unlit paths. Paved course options are also available for those who prefer the night atmosphere without the challenging off-road terrain. Participants must provide their own lighting; headlamps are required for the trail distances. The trail courses include undulating sections and short, steep climbs, adding difficulty beyond the darkness. A 5 km Fun Run follows a paved figure-eight path around the Nedereindseplas, suitable for beginners or families who can complete it within an hour. A mostly flat, paved 10 km run in the dark is also offered. Trail race participants must be at least 12 years old. First aid and a mixed changing room are available. The event concludes with an after-party at Skipiste Nieuwegein, running until midnight. Donations are collected for Stichting Veer(le)kracht.